Colonial America -- The American Revolution -- Framing the Constitution -- The ratification battle: federalists vs. antifederalists -- The Bill of Rights -- Amendments and interpretations -- Lasting influence and modern-day controversies.
Summary:
"Explores the creation of the founding documents and democratic government of the United States. Examines the debates and compromises at the Constitutional Convention, the ratification battle and the Bill of Rights, and later amendments, interpretations, and controversies. Also includes biographies, primary sources, bibliography, and index"-- Provided by publisher.
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